Cookham Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cookham's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 2.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure 61.8% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This marked safety contrasts with the 12.5% increase in violent and sexual offences, which accounted for 56.3% of all crimes (9 incidents). The area's profile is defined by a predominance of violent crimes over property-related offences, with anti-social behaviour and public order incidents also contributing significantly. Seasonal factors, including the darkening evenings of November and the proximity to Bonfire Night, may have influenced the rise in violent incidents, though the exact causal link remains speculative. The low overall crime rate, combined with the absence of major property crimes, suggests that Cookham's social fabric remains largely intact. However, the uptick in violence highlights the need for community awareness, particularly around events that draw larger crowds or extend evening activities. The area's low vehicle crime rate (0.2 per 1,000) and drug-related offences (0.2 per 1,000) further reinforce its position as a relatively secure built-up area within Windsor and Maidenhead. These figures, when contextualised against the UK average, underscore Cookham's effectiveness in maintaining public safety despite the challenges posed by seasonal transitions.

November 2024 saw a 12.5% increase in violent and sexual offences, rising from 8 to 9 cases. This uptick, though modest, warrants attention given the area's typically low crime profile. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 80% (from 5 to 1), likely reflecting reduced traffic during the holiday season or heightened local awareness. Drug-related offences also fell by 50%, a decline that may correlate with seasonal patterns of reduced socialising. Cookham's violent crime rate of 1.7 per 1,000 (56.3% of total crimes) is 34% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.4 per 1,000, is 64% below the UK average, illustrating the area's generally orderly character. These figures suggest that while violent crime is rising, the overall profile remains significantly safer than the national average.

Cookham's crime rate in November 2024 fell by 40.6% compared to the previous month, reflecting a significant decline from 5.0 to 2.9 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with the seasonal pattern of lower outdoor activity as November progresses, though the local context of Bonfire Night and Black Friday may have introduced temporary fluctuations. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in November, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continued vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 341 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains well below the UK average. This statistic, when contextualised against Cookham's population of 5,451, highlights the area's relatively safe environment despite the rise in violent crimes. The decline in vehicle crime and drug-related offences by 80% and 50% respectively further reinforces the trend of reduced criminal activity, though residents should remain aware of the 12.5% increase in violent incidents.